About this tour
Four-hour sailing voyage departing Palermo that combines wind-powered navigation with swimming and water activities in sheltered bays. The boat carries you along Sicily's coastline with stops for snorkelling in clear water, paddleboarding, or lounging on floating platforms. An aperitif spread arrives mid-sail—fresh snacks, drinks, wine—whilst you drift with the rhythms of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Silent engine-free sailing keeps the focus on the water, the breeze, and the shoreline unfolding around you.
Highlights
- Sail under wind power along Palermo's northern coast
- Swim and snorkel in crystalline bay waters
- Stand-up paddle in calm shallows at your pace
- Floating mattress lounging with sea views
- Fresh aperitif and alcohol served aboard
What to expect
The boat departs from Palermo harbour and motors gently to open water before hoisting sail. Once under sail, the noise drops; you'll hear only wind and water. The crew will navigate to a protected bay and drop anchor, signalling swim time. Grab a snorkel mask and fins from the provided kit, or simply float on the mattresses with a drink. Paddleboards are available if you fancy a paddle. Mid-sail, a light aperitif arrives—fresh snacks, wine, beer, soft drinks, water. You can swim again before returning to port. The whole rhythm is unhurried; there's no schedule pressure, just you, the boat, and the sea.
Good to know
Bring sunscreen and a hat. The boat has toilets and fresh water on board. Small children and infants can come (prams welcome). Not suitable if you have heart or serious circulatory concerns. Public transport runs near the departure point. No WiFi aboard.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.